Wildlife Education Programs

We Bring the WILD to You!

Nature on the Geaux brings engaging wildlife education directly to schools, libraries, homeschool groups, camps, museums, parks, and community organizations throughout Southeast Louisiana and Coastal Mississippi.

Our traveling programs bring wildlife education to life through live animal ambassadors and engaging, age-appropriate presentations designed to spark curiosity, encourage questions, and help learners build a connection with the natural world.

Pricing

Wildlife Mini Program - $125 + applicable travel

Program Includes:

  • 30-minute interactive wildlife presentation

  • 4–5 live animal ambassadors

  • Up to 30 participants

  • Age-appropriate animal facts, adaptations, and natural history

  • Time for animal observations and questions

  • Additional consecutive Mini Programs of the same topic — $75 each

A great option for younger learners, smaller groups, or organizations with a shorter schedule.

 

Wildlife Education Program - $150 + applicable travel

Program Includes:

  • 60-minute interactive wildlife presentation

  • 6–8 live animal ambassadors

  • Up to 40 participants

  • Age-appropriate exploration of animal adaptations, behaviors, habitats, and natural history

  • More time for animal observations, discussion, and questions

  • Additional consecutive Wildlife Education Programs of the same topic — $100 each

Our full Wildlife Education Program provides more time to meet the animals, explore the program topic, and dive deeper into the fascinating world of wildlife.

 

Wildlife Assembly — $250 + applicable travel

60 minutes | 5-6 animal ambassadors | Large groups of up to 150

Designed for schools and organizations wanting to reach a larger audience in a gym, auditorium, cafeteria, or other large indoor space.

Program Includes:

  • 60-minute interactive wildlife presentation

  • 5-6 live animal ambassadors selected for visibility and presentation

  • Engaging wildlife education appropriate for a large audience

  • Additional consecutive assembly of the same program — $150

Explore Our Program Topics

Choose from a variety of wildlife topics designed for different ages and interests.

View our Wildlife Education Program Topic Guide here.

Not sure which program or topic is the best fit? Tell us a little about your group and we'll be happy to recommend one.

Important Program Information

Programs are adapted for the age and needs of each group.

For the comfort and safety of our animal ambassadors, live animal portions of programs must be held indoors when temperatures are above 90°F or below 65°F.

Animal substitutions may occasionally be necessary based on animal health, behavior, or availability.

Travel fees may apply depending on location.

Enhance Your Visit with a Special Animal Experience

Want to make your classroom or group visit even more memorable?

Special Animal Experiences are available for groups of up to 40 participants and can be added to select Wildlife Education Programs. Not available for assemblies.

Add one of our optional Special Animal Experiences for just $35 each.

🦘 Meet Knox the Patagonian Mara

🐢 Feed Spike the African Spurred Tortoise

Ready to Bring the WILD to Your Group?

Start planning your Wildlife Education Program today! Fill out our program request form, and we'll be in touch to confirm availability and help plan the perfect experience for your group.

Book A Program!
 

Travel Fees

Nature on the Geaux is based in Slidell, Louisiana and travels throughout Southeast Louisiana and Coastal Mississippi.

Travel within 40 miles of Slidell is included in the program price.

For locations beyond 40 miles, the following travel fees apply:

  • 0–40 miles: Included

  • 41–60 miles: $25

  • 61–80 miles: $50

  • 81+ miles: Contact us for a travel quote

Travel distance is calculated one way from Slidell to the program location. Any applicable travel fee will be confirmed before booking.

Questions? Contact Tanee at natureonthegeaux@gmail.com